2021 Ford Bronco: what breaks, and at what mileage
What breaks on the 2021 Ford Bronco
On the 2021 Ford Bronco, the failure owners report most often is other engine problem, with 46 reports on file. Across every failure mode on this year, half the dated reports were filed before 25,000 miles. Overall it scores 76 out of 100, severe risk for a 2021.
Severe risk for a 2021 — 101st riskiest of the 231 2021 vehicles we can rate. 300 owner reports; fleet size estimated from this year's own recall paperwork.
The failures owners actually file about
Owners have reported 47 named failure modes on the 2021 Ford Bronco, and the three most-reported carry 30% of everything filed, which is an unusually even spread for one model year.
Other engine problem leads with 46 reports and about 0.5 per 1,000 vehicles.
Fuel pump failure follows with 27 reports, median 15,000 miles.
Other driver assistance problem follows with 17 reports, median 5,000 miles.
By system, the reports fall mostly into engine (71), fuel (40) and adas (32).
When these failures get reported
44 of the reports on the 2021 Ford Bronco came with an odometer reading, and half of those were filed before 25,000 miles.
Cumulatively, 89% by 50,000 miles of the dated reports had been filed.
The busiest stretch is between 0 and 10,000 miles, which alone holds 25% of the dated reports.
66% of the dated reports were filed below 36,000 miles, which is early enough that a fair number of these cars were still under a factory warranty when the owner complained.
Tick median reported mileage Solid middle half of reports Faint 10th to 90th percentile Colour how bad the failure is when it happens
Showing the 12 most-reported failure modes of 47. The full list is in the table below.
How reports accumulate
Every report with an odometer reading, cumulative, from 0 to 200,000 miles. A curve that climbs early is a car with early problems, whatever its total.
- Line share of reports filed by that mileage
- Dashed the median reported mileage
What happens when these parts fail
Across the named modes, 9 mention a crash, 2 a fire and 7 an injury. Those are the words owners used in their own complaints, and NHTSA does not verify them, but they are the closest thing in this data to a measure of what a failure actually did.
The average severity weight across every report on this year is 3.92, where a stalled engine or a failed airbag weighs many times more than a rattling trim panel, and a figure this high means the reports are dominated by failures with safety consequences rather than annoyances. The weighting is set out in full on the methodology page.
What the top failures cost to put right, as editorial estimates for an independent US shop rather than figures from NHTSA: other engine problem at $300–$4,000, fuel pump failure at $600–$2,600, other driver assistance problem at $250–$1,800 and other electrical problem at $250–$2,000. Dealer labour, a seized bolt or a part that is no longer made can push any of these past the top of its range.
26% of the reports on this year sit in the engine, transmission, drivetrain or cooling systems — the four where a repair bill is usually four figures.
Every reported failure mode
| Failure mode | System | Reports | With reading | 25th | Median | 75th | Per 1,000 | Typical repair | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other engine problem | engine | 46 | 3 | — | 3k | — | 0.5 | $300–$4,000 | High |
| Fuel pump failure | fuel | 27 | 1 | — | 17k | — | 0.3 | $600–$2,600 | High |
| Other driver assistance problem | adas | 17 | 1 | — | 6k | — | 0.2 | $250–$1,800 | High |
| Other electrical problem | electrical | 14 | 2 | — | 16k | — | 0.1 | $250–$2,000 | Moderate |
| Other suspension problem | suspension | 13 | 6 | — | 39k | — | 0.1 | $350–$2,000 | Moderate |
| Complete engine failure or seizure | engine | 12 | 2 | — | 15k | — | 0.1 | $4,500–$12,000 | Critical |
| Wiring harness or short circuit | electrical | 12 | 1 | — | 28k | — | 0.1 | $400–$3,500 | High |
| Other visibility problem | glass | 12 | 3 | — | 7k | — | 0.1 | $150–$1,400 | Moderate |
| Other fuel system problem | fuel | 11 | 1 | — | 40k | — | 0.1 | $300–$2,200 | High |
| Other body or interior problem | body | 11 | 6 | — | 32k | — | 0.1 | $200–$2,000 | Moderate |
| Other brake problem | brakes | 10 | 1 | — | 40k | — | 0.1 | $300–$1,800 | High |
| Lane keep or steering assist fault | adas | 8 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.1 | $200–$1,600 | High |
| Misfire or rough idle | engine | 7 | 1 | — | 10k | — | 0.1 | $250–$1,600 | Moderate |
| Strut, shock or spring failure | suspension | 7 | 6 | — | 42k | — | 0.1 | $500–$2,000 | Moderate |
| Infotainment screen failure | infotainment | 4 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $400–$2,600 | Low |
| Backup camera failure | infotainment | 4 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $250–$1,200 | Moderate |
| Loss of braking | brakes | 4 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $400–$3,000 | Critical |
| Cruise control failure | adas | 4 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $200–$1,400 | High |
| Rust or structural corrosion | body | 4 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $500–$6,000 | High |
| Wiper or washer failure | glass | 4 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $120–$800 | Moderate |
| No-start or intermittent start failure | engine | 3 | 3 | — | 14k | — | 0.0 | $200–$1,800 | Moderate |
| Ignition switch, key fob or immobilizer failure | electrical | 3 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $250–$1,500 | High |
| Instrument cluster or gauge failure | infotainment | 3 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $350–$1,400 | Moderate |
| ABS module or sensor failure | brakes | 3 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $500–$2,400 | High |
| Master cylinder or brake booster failure | brakes | 3 | 2 | — | 30k | — | 0.0 | $450–$2,200 | Critical |
| Other powertrain problem | transmission | 3 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $400–$4,500 | High |
| Turbocharger or supercharger failure | engine | 2 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $1,500–$4,500 | High |
| Fuel gauge or level sensor failure | fuel | 2 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $300–$1,200 | Moderate |
| Blind spot monitor failure | adas | 2 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $250–$1,300 | Moderate |
| Tire blowout or tread separation | wheels | 2 | 1 | — | 9 | — | 0.0 | $200–$1,500 | Critical |
| Other steering problem | steering | 2 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $350–$2,400 | High |
| Stalling while driving | engine | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $300–$2,500 | Critical |
| Transmission will not engage a gear | transmission | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $1,500–$6,000 | Critical |
| Shifter, linkage or stuck-in-park failure | transmission | 1 | 1 | — | 13k | — | 0.0 | $250–$1,400 | High |
| CV axle or driveshaft failure | drivetrain | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $450–$2,200 | High |
| Differential or transfer case failure | drivetrain | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $900–$4,200 | High |
| Audio or connectivity failure | infotainment | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $150–$900 | Low |
| Parking brake failure | brakes | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $250–$1,300 | Moderate |
| Airbag failed to deploy in a crash | airbag | 1 | 1 | — | 21k | — | 0.0 | $1,000–$5,000 | Critical |
| Seat belt or retractor failure | airbag | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $200–$900 | High |
| Steering column or shaft failure | steering | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $600–$2,500 | Critical |
| Catalytic converter failure | emissions | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $900–$3,500 | Moderate |
| Exhaust leak or fumes in the cabin | emissions | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $250–$2,000 | High |
| Tail light, brake light or signal failure | lighting | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $100–$900 | Moderate |
| Windshield cracking | glass | 1 | 1 | — | 9k | — | 0.0 | $300–$1,600 | Moderate |
| Other lighting problem | lighting | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $120–$1,200 | Moderate |
| Other speed control problem | adas | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.0 | $250–$2,000 | Critical |
| Unclassified problem | other | 25 | 1 | — | 55k | — | 0.3 | — | Moderate |
Rate per 1,000 uses a fleet-size estimate derived from recall paperwork for this exact model year. It is a lower bound. Repair costs are typical independent-shop ranges for the failure, not figures from these reports.
How often, against how many were built
Scaled by an estimate of how many of these cars exist, the 2021 Ford Bronco draws about 3.2 per 1,000 vehicles, which puts it in the 83rd percentile of complaint rates among 2021 vehicles we can rate.
That denominator is the weakest number on the page and it is fair to say so plainly. Rate per 1,000 uses a fleet-size estimate derived from recall paperwork for this exact model year. It is a lower bound.
The working figure is 94,281 vehicles. If the true number is twice that, every rate on this page is half what it says; the ranking against other 2021 vehicles, which is what the risk score uses, is far more robust than the rate itself.
What owners wrote
Verbatim from NHTSA complaint narratives, trimmed for length. The odometer reading is the one the owner gave.
Other engine problem
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made clicking sounds and then lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with engine failure. The dealer informed the contact that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired and remained at the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 923.
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH he heard a ticking sound coming from the engine and then a grinding sound before the vehicle stalled. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that after coming to a complete stop there were several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact had the vehicle towed to a dealer. The dealer had not yet diagnosed or repaired the vehicle. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 2,812.
Fuel pump failure
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and the accelerator pedal became inoperable. The contact pulled over to the side of the roadway. The contact was not able to restart the vehicle. There were several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the failure was due to a faulty fuel pump inside the fuel tank and a faulty fuel module. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and determined that the vehicle was not under recall. The contact was advised to call the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 16,900.
Other driver assistance problem
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco. The contact stated that while in reverse on several occasions, the back-over prevention camera failed to work as intended. The contact stated that on one occasion while in drive, the back-over prevention camera was displayed inadvertently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 6,000. The VIN was not available.
Recalls on the 2021 model year
NHTSA has issued 20 recall campaigns covering the 2021 Ford Bronco, affecting an estimated 477,354 vehicles. A recall is a different kind of evidence from a complaint: it is the regulator and the manufacturer agreeing that something has to be fixed, and the fix is free for as long as the car exists.
The campaigns cover electrical system:wiring:front underhood, structure:body:roof and pillars, power train:automatic transmission and back over prevention:software. Whether the work was actually done on the car in front of you is a question only the VIN can answer, and the manufacturer or NHTSA will answer it free.
One caution about reading these together: a recall usually raises the complaint count for the same part, because owners who read about it go and file. The mileages stay informative; the counts get noisy.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
565,691 vehicles 2026-07-20- Defect
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Bronco and Bronco Raptor vehicles. The engine compartment wiring harness may become damaged and short circuit.
- Consequence
- A short circuit in the engine compartment can create heat or spark, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install sheathing over the wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S55. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 23, 2026.
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
16,200 vehicles 2026-05-12- Defect
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles. The 3-door and 5-door Molded-In-Color (MIC) hardtop roof panels may have been manufactured improperly, which can allow sections of the outer roof panel to separate and detach from the vehicle.
- Consequence
- A detached section of roof can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the hard top as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed May 28, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in November 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S32. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 12, 2026.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
4,922 vehicles 2026-04-14- Defect
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Bronco vehicles. The transmission to transfer case joint may be misaligned due to an incorrectly performed previous repair, which could lead to wear of the transmission output shaft splines and transfer case input splines.
- Consequence
- Excessive wear of the transmission and transfer case splines may result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the transmission to transfer case joint and replace the transmission and transfer case as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S26. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 15, 2026.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
849,310 vehicles 2026-03-03- Defect
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Ford Bronco and 2021-2024 Ford Edge vehicles. The Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) may overheat and shutdown, which can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended.
- Consequence
- A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- The APIM software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S09. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
35 vehicles 2025-12-18- Defect
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch SYNC infotainment screens that were previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 23V165. The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence
- A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealer will update the SYNC module software ,free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 28, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C72. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 30, 2026.
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
163,256 vehicles 2025-10-23- Defect
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles. The front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.
- Consequence
- A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SB5. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 28, 2025.
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
59,006 vehicles 2025-10-10- Defect
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
- Consequence
- An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed December 3, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated September 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA4…
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
850,318 vehicles 2025-07-07- Defect
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.
- Consequence
- An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
12,219 vehicles 2025-05-09- Defect
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch SYNC infotainment screens that were repaired incorrectly under recall 22V-825. The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence
- A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update SYNC module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C14.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
1,076,138 vehicles 2025-05-09- Defect
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
- Consequence
- A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.
SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
149,449 vehicles 2025-01-17- Defect
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles. The rear shock absorbers may corrode and fail, resulting in detachment of the external reservoir.
- Consequence
- An external reservoir that detaches from a vehicle can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the rear shock absorbers, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S01.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
90,736 vehicles 2024-08-23- Defect
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with either a 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine. The engine intake valves may break while driving, which can result in engine failure and a loss of drive power.
- Consequence
- A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will perform an engine cycle test and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S55.
Recall work is free at a franchised dealer regardless of the car's age. Check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before assuming it was done.
How it ranks in the 2021 field
The score at the top of the page, placed among its peers. The zones are the same thresholds the scorer applies, read out of the scorer itself, so the picture and the band word cannot disagree.
Scores are ranked within the model year, never across years, because an older car has had longer to accumulate reports.
- Left fewer and less serious reports
- Right more, or worse
- Marker this vehicle
How 2021 compares with the other years
Severe risk for a 2021 — 101st riskiest of the 231 2021 vehicles we can rate. Because the ranking is against the same model year only, age cancels out of it.
Across the 6 model years of this car that carry enough reports to score, 1996 comes out best at 59 and 2025 worst at 79, with 2021 itself at 76.
If the model year is negotiable, 1996 scores lower than 2021 by a margin worth acting on. Same body, same engines, different luck — usually a supplier change or a mid-cycle fix, which the complaint data can show but never explain.
Within the 2021–2026 generation specifically, 2022 is the strongest year at 75 and 2025 the weakest at 79.
Scores compare each year against other cars of the same model year, so a low number on an older car is a real result and not an artefact of age.
Shorter is better. Years with too few reports to score are shown without a bar rather than as a zero, because no data is not good news.
Within the 2021-2026 generation, 2022 Ford Bronco scores best at 75 and 2025 Ford Bronco worst at 79.
Where these figures stop being useful
300 owner reports; fleet size estimated from this year's own recall paperwork. Every count on this page is therefore a floor: it is the number of owners who went to the trouble of filing with a federal agency, which is a small and self-selected fraction of the owners who had the fault.
Of those 300 reports, 44 carried an odometer reading, so the mileages here describe 15% of the sample rather than all of it. Owners also round: readings pile up on multiples of ten thousand, which is why this site publishes "about 90,000 miles" and not "91,438".
The failure modes are assigned by software reading the owner's own words, which is accurate in bulk and wrong in individual cases. A mode with a handful of reports may contain a misfiled one.
And nothing here predicts what one car will do. These are other people's complaints, filed years apart, on cars maintained by strangers. Read the page as a map of where this model year has previously gone wrong, then have the specific car in front of you inspected.
Questions this page answers
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Ford Bronco?
The most-reported failures are other engine problem (46 reports, median 5,000 miles), fuel pump failure (27 reports, median 15,000 miles) and other driver assistance problem (17 reports, median 5,000 miles). Counts come from owner complaints filed with NHTSA, which are voluntary, so they show what owners bothered to report rather than every fault that occurred.
Is the 2021 Ford Bronco reliable?
It scores 76 out of 100 on our risk index, which is severe — 101st riskiest of the 231 2021 vehicles we can rate. The score is a comparison against other 2021 vehicles, not a prediction about any individual car, and it is built from complaint rates, severity and how early failures appear.
Which year of the Ford Bronco is best?
Within the 2021–2026 generation, 2022 scores best at 75 out of 100 and 2025 worst at 79. Same body, same engines, different luck.
Where this comes from. Every figure above is computed from NHTSA owner complaints and recall records for this exact make, model and year. Complaints are voluntary and self-selected, so treat counts as a floor. The methodology page writes out each formula, and the same numbers are available as JSON.
What breaks at my mileage Compare with another car
Source Owner complaints and recall records published by the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, model years 1996–2027 Figures rebuilt Published by AtWhatMileage How every figure is computed